Battery Cleaning - E-Z-GO MPT 800 Bedienungs- Und Wartungshandbuch

OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
meet the requirements of the water purity table (Ref Fig.
26 on page 22).
Wpt 1S
Fig. 26 Water Purity Table
Even if the water is colorless, odorless, tasteless and fit
for drinking, the water should be analyzed to see that it
does not exceed the impurity levels specified in the table.
Automatic watering devices such as the one included in
the Battery Maintenance Kit (P/N 25587-G01) can be
used with an approved water source (Ref Fig. 27 on
page 22). These watering devices are fast and accurate
to use and maintain the correct electrolyte level within the
battery cells.
Watering gun similar to the type included in the
Battery Maintenance Kit
Valve consistently
predetermined
Electrolyte
Single Battery Cell
Pure Water
Ref Awg 1
Fig. 27 Automatic Watering Gun
The watering device should only be used if the electrolyte level
is less than 1/2" (13 mm) above top of plates.
Page 22
fills to a
level
Level
Owner's Manual and Service Guide

Battery Cleaning

To prevent battery damage, be sure that all battery caps
(if equipped) are tightly installed.
To reduce the possibility of damage to vehicle or floor,
neutralize acid before rinsing battery.
To reduce the possibility of damage to electrical compo-
nents while cleaning, do not use a pressure washer.
Cleaning should take place per the Periodic Service
Schedule (Ref. Fig. 19 on page 16).
When cleaning the outside of batteries and terminals,
first spray with a solution of sodium bicarbonate (baking
soda) and water to neutralize any acid deposits before
rinsing with clear water.
Use of a water hose without first neutralizing any acid will
move acid from the top of batteries to another area of the
vehicle or storage facility where it will attack the metal
structure or the concrete/asphalt floor. Additionally, con-
ductive residue will remain on the batteries and contrib-
ute to their self discharge.
To reduce the possibility of battery explosion
that could result in severe injury or death, do
not use metallic spray wand to clean battery
and keep all smoking materials, open flame or
sparks away from the battery.
The correct cleaning technique is to spray the top and
sides of the batteries with a solution of sodium bicarbon-
ate (baking soda) and water. This solution is best applied
with a garden type sprayer equipped with a non metallic
spray wand or plastic spray bottle. The solution
should consist of the ingredients shown in the illustration
(Ref Fig. 28 on page 23). In addition, special attention
should be paid to metal components adjacent to the bat-
teries which should also be sprayed with the solution.
Allow the solution to sit for at least three minutes. Use a
soft bristle brush or cloth to wipe the tops of the batteries
to remove any conductive residue. Rinse the entire area
with low pressure clear water. Do not use a pressure
washer. All of the items required for complete battery
cleaning and watering (electric vehicles only) are con-
tained in the Battery Maintenance Kit (P/N 25587-G01).